Recall 16V925000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford Taurus, 2016-2017 Ford Flex, Lincoln MKT, 2017 Ford Explorer and Ford Explorer Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI engines. Improperly brazed turbocharger oil supply tubes may leak oil on engine components.
Safety Consequence
An oil leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the turbocharger oil supply tubes, free of charge. The recall began on January 31, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S46.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | FORD | FLEX |
| 2016 | FORD | TAURUS |
| 2016 | LINCOLN | MKT |
| 2017 | FORD | EXPLORER |
| 2017 | FORD | EXPLORER POLICE INTERCEPT |
| 2017 | FORD | FLEX |
| 2017 | LINCOLN | MKT |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.